*honest* REACTION TO MY OLD VIDEOS | what is barre, lilly sabri review, fitness influencers, + more!

Hey everybody! Today we're taking a trip down memory lane and having a very honest reaction to my old videos. We'll look at the video where I kind of answered "what is barre", my Lilly Sabri Review, and then the rant about fitness influencers. Let me know what you think down in the comments below!
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[@TaylorWoods]

the way i wrote down this video idea yeSTERDAY! i am have so much to learn and continue to learn, and i am more than happy to put myself in the hot seat too. this was honest and fun and awesome to watch! new trend??! 😌

[@JustinaErcole]

We’re on the same page!

[@Ckates]

I love that you did this. Self reflection and having a bit of self criticism is so healthy. But props to you for doing it in front of a camera and putting it on the internet! 😂 I watch you for your zero BS attitude. I know for some it came be a bit much but I like the straight to the point honesty. It’s nice to see a creator that actually cares about the information they are putting out. Unlike some that pump out mediocre content just for the sake of putting out content. And the self reflection only helps you grow. Love it! 😄

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you! I agree. Self reflection is super important :)

[@serifehanm5719]

I find your videos -old or new- really instructive and beneficial. Your older videos have so much great information, but despite that, you're criticizing your own, always trying to improve yourself and I think this is just awesome❤️‍🔥

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you! I’m always trying to learn and improve ❤️

[@r.a.r.1981]

Hi, Justina. I just want to thank you for telling me about Sydney Cummings, and I thought your newest video was as good a place as any to do it. Sydney's workouts have completely transformed me with their functionality, and I feel like a different person. I was in dire need of a KZbinr who isn't fixated on aesthetics and understands how the body works. Thank you so much for pointing me in the right direction. Love your content, keep up the good work.

[@JustinaErcole]

So happy you love her!

[@missraincanyon]

I loved the barre video! It was very informative and I appreciate your direct approach. It really showed me that you are not going to bullshit me when it comes to fitness and I think you have lived up to that

[@JustinaErcole]

Haha glad you enjoyed it!

[@ArmednotTriggered]

Justina, I haven't gotten into this video yet, but I just wanted to say that I've implemented some of your functionality/mobility exercises into my routine and I'm able to squat without knee pain for the first time in years! I believe my knee pain was a combination of weak glutes+tight hamstrings and calves. Obviously, building the glutes will take time, but I'm already seeing results without pain. Thank you so much for what you do!

[@JustinaErcole]

Oh wow I'm so happy to hear that!!

[@MrsRight1122]

I think you’re being a tad too hard on yourself. But wow you’re brave for rewatching your old videos. I don’t even like looking at old pictures of myself lol

[@JustinaErcole]

I think it's good to be critical of what we put out there for other to see, especially when it comes to someone's health :) thank you so much for watching!

[@monikan5041]

Love this video! I appreciate creators who are honest and acknowledge their growth in their channel. It’s not easy being transparent about videos from your past that you feel aren’t the best representation of your brand today, but it’s good to see how far you’ve come and the higher standard you have for the content you put out today.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks Monika!

[@chelseadrumel2785]

justina!!! i'm so proud of you. so few people, youtube or not, have the ability (or desire) to look back, reflect, and go "eh, here's something that could have gone better." you're amazing!!!

[@JustinaErcole]

CHELSEA! I love this and I love you friend :)

[@chantaldobson713]

This straight talking is why I became a fan. You always speak total sense. I can't stand when people preach rubbish. Also I know a lot of what you teach to be true because of experience.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you Chantal :)

[@pamela6470]

I love your videos. Please continue to keep it real! You’re no BS personality is refreshing in this seemingly fake toxically positive atmosphere we live in now. Where people are afraid of being real (even when it’s true and not “positive “) and instead pander to the Twitter masses who are all too ready to be “offended”.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks Pamela!

[@kimberlyh4364]

Actually, your barre video is how I found you. I saw something about barre classes come up in FB or Instagram and I was like, “What is that?” I searched KZbin about it and found your video. I thought you made a lot of sense and I liked how direct you were about things. I’m still here.😁

[@JustinaErcole]

Happy you’re still here!

[@AllisonMariePhD]

Thank you for being real, introspective, and honest.

[@JustinaErcole]

And thank YOU for watching Allison!

[@estherc3576]

Good time for this video. You were snarky but that didn't mean it wasn't from the heart. That is what is more important. Always always love ur content, new or old!!

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks Esther!

[@rudolphpieters7918]

I ♥️ your videos too.

[@1024specialkay]

the fact you can go back to your old videos and self reflect takes ALOT!! love how you keep learning and stay on top of your information!

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you!

[@Linds9561]

You go girl-it takes a lot of guts to get all “self-reflecty,” especially on camera 😬 Super thankful for your presence in this space-you’re a rockstar! (And so is Zooey😉)

[@JustinaErcole]

Zooey says thank you 😉

[@LeiSie]

Agree on you putting a website to back up your point. But Be your own best friend. You do not need to be so hard on yourself. The barre video review was exactly on point. And perfectly explained on whys, for they all made sense to me. I really appreciate that video. I wish more people were more honest in your way. Best wishes to your adventure.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you! I think it's good to go back and critique ourselves and see how we could improve our messaging. I got a lot of hate from that video and it comes down to me not being clear enough in my explanations. I really appreciate you being here though :)

[@theminimalistninja]

I actually really enjoyed your barre video! :D You were spicy in that one! 🔥I really your videos, commentary & insights. I love the spicy bits!

[@JustinaErcole]

Haha thanks so much!

[@conniecochrane4469]

The video you review WAS my first video of yours I watched, lol! I wanted to watch this video to hear what you had to say. I feel ballet develops strength, without building a gym type body. My quads were very strong but not bulky as were my calves. Without a doubt when I studied ballet I developed an incredibly strong core. Good for you for having the courage to watch prior videos and clarify what you stated. I really like your videos and I’m a new sub! Thank you for sharing this video! ❤

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you so much! Grateful to have you here ❤️

[@DrCarolynTheLibrarian]

I love that you did this! I’m someone who always wants to improve. Even if what I did before was “good enough” I always want to strive to be better! I’m lucky that most of my communication at work is written. My first draft is always my super snarky version and then I go through and figure out what evidence I need to add, how I can communicate a point more diplomatically. It’s worked pretty well. But it would be so much harder communicating verbally because you have one shot unless you want to sit in front of the camera for hours. Major kudos to you!!

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you!

[@petraaccount]

I had to skip the barre re-review section because -- I think you were being so hard on yourself! This is a personal opinion, but watching the review quite some time back helped me figure out what I could and could not achieve from a barre workout. I still ended up doing barre as cardio for a while (and as an occasional alternative to yoga and pilates), while incorporating it into into a weekly schedule that prioritised strength workouts. And I have girlfriends who find it beneficial to do both barre and strength for different reasons; your video articulates why this is the case for those of us who feel the reasons but lack the education to articulate them as well. As frank as you are, I think you have been fairer than other reviewers of other influencers. Eg: if I recall correctly you pointed out how Chloe Ting works out different planes of motion, and how she gets people moving (while also acknowledging across your videos how messaging by influencers can impact what audiences understand about fitness, for better or for worse). The "getting people moving" message you gave in more than one video, made me a lot kinder and more considerate of people close to me, who wouldn't exercise if they were made to feel overwhelmed over what fitness should be, not until they had a routine figured out and felt comfortable with exploring what "functional" means for them. I have learnt a lot from your videos.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you Petra! I definitely think there’s value in the barre video, but I’ve learned a lot of the past two years (and will continue to learn) so I think it’s always good to go back and check in :)

[@Malgorbia]

So a weird thing. I have actually found that lifting heavy has increased my bulk by quite a lot. I’m a lesbian so…it’s increasing the popularity haha but I will say when I was just doing high reps low weights I wasn’t very bulky I was more runner body. But then once I started actually lifting heavy weights…honestly my arms and legs got kinda huge kinda fast. I don’t know sometimes what to tell women worried about the bulk because honestly within a month I looked pretty different. I do have a tendency to put on muscle fast but…yeah. I will say I am not in a calorie deficit and I am eating a lot of protein so it might be more that then anything else but I sometimes wonder if it’s misleading to tell women lifting heavy won’t make them bulky….cause it definitely increased my bulk (again great for me in my subculture) but yeah it’s definitely not for everyone.

[@antonia7167]

Same, weights made me bigger to the point where I went up a clothes size. I still do it because I like the muscles but I've definitely built big thighs and shoulder muscles especially.

[@MsKoik]

It's a combination of genetics + diet. Most women won't get bulky without serious effort and meal planning. Lucky you, though ! Bulky women look amazing ;)

[@JustinaErcole]

I think this depends on your definition of bulky. A lot of women tell me that I look bulky. Personally, I think I look strong. I'd highly recommend focusing more on the long term health benefits of strength training instead. Just one example as women, we have a much higher risk of osteoporosis as we age. Strength training helps reduce that risk immensely. But if you'd rather prioritize aesthetics then maybe strength training isn't for you!

[@Karentulla]

@@JustinaErcole Kinda mindblowing how we are trained to see female bodies - I definetly think you look strong and not bulky at all, but a few years ago before I started consuming more health and strength related content rather than „fashionable“/ „female aesthetic“ stuff I would probably have thought otherwise. I am putting aesthetic in quotes, because this also depends on your own definition.

[@ohmycatvideos]

Truth always hurts, that's it. The reason I subbed was because of the barre video, I loved the way you explained everything in that video

[@JustinaErcole]

Haha well I'm glad you enjoyed!

[@hannahcopper590]

The fact that you made this video says A LOT about you! Well done you 👏I have to say I do like a Lilly Sabri workout but I'm in my 40's and pretty impervious to click bait so totally agree with the 'she lying to you' comment when it comes to the younger more impressionable generation out there. However I'd love to know what you think of one of her weekly free guides she puts up? If your opinion would change or stay the same. I recently did your Hamilton workout which I loved, would love more HIIT workouts from you 😃 Thank you for your honest content ❤

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you so much for watching Hannah! In regards to Lilly's workout guides, I don't know too much about them. But honestly it's hard for me to say if it will help someone get closer to their goals because everyone has different ones. I'd say if you enjoy it, then keep on doing it!

[@hannahcopper590]

@@JustinaErcole My comment was really just a sneaky nudge to get you to do a whole video on her weekly workouts! 😉

[@TheDianaMock]

The first video I saw of you was the barre video and I subscribed immediately and then binged watched your other videos☺️🙈

[@JustinaErcole]

Haha well I’m happy you stuck around!

[@apirtayooo]

The first video I’ve watched from you was the Lilly Sabri one and I was in deep obsessed with her workouts and her personality and funnily enough, that’s where I binged your videos and loved your content and subscribed LOL! This video is extremely brave of you but it doesn’t mean I’m surprised you would do this kind of video like it just makes sense you would! More coaches, instructors, educators in fitness should definitely do this more

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks April!

[@alineparadis8444]

I love your no BS videos. I learn so much from them and I do think you were too hard on yourself! Kudos for doing this video!!! 😘

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you Aline!

[@OpqHMg]

I honestly don't understand what is cringe about the dance videos... they're excellent and impressive and as a dancer, I feel envious. Great job on those btw haha

[@JustinaErcole]

I’m VERY hard on myself (not shocking from this video lol) so I see every single little mistake or place I could improve 😊

[@valarie218]

Hi Justina, I'm new to your channel. Your first video that I watched was the barre video (haha!). This is the second video I watched. I do wish you probably delved into what is true among those claims made for barre, rather than simply the marketing gimmicks that were fed to us. That way it tilts the review video to something more balanced. I have been doing Les Mills Barre for almost a year (once a week only though) and I love it. I combine this with 3x resistance training per week, so I agree with many of your points there. p/s: I noticed the videos of the ballerinas were taken from the Les Mills promotional video for their barre program haha! That's how much I love barre there.

[@emmaducca6436]

Love this concept so much!! We all have things that we wish we may have said/done differently, even if we agree with our original principle. Thank you for not being afraid to put yourself out there like this!

[@JustinaErcole]

And thanks for always watching Emma :)

[@josephroa4475]

Takes courage to admit we are wrong. Think we have all been that person at some point in our lives. Also your channel has helped me start having a better relationship with exercise and start trying more functional training rather than just lifting as heavy as possible and completely wrecking my body due to lack of rest.

[@JustinaErcole]

Oh wow that's amazing Joseph!

[@emilybeaudry9866]

You come across honest, to the point, you don't sugar coat and it is YOUR OPINION of the workouts after you have tried them. I have been an avid multi-sport girl, but as I am getting up there in age, my over-used body parts have been complaining and as a result I have been looking for good workouts (without cheer-leading) so when I found you and your reviews, it was like I hit the jackpot. Your barre review - I totally got it. It is hard to find functional workouts that are real workouts and through you I also found Sydney Cummings. I also like Caroline Givan workouts (especially the no-talking), I am in total awe of her, but man those workout are HARD, but I will still do a few of them just to watch her. So keep up the good work and don't be so hard on yourself.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks Emily!

[@thealarkin3739]

I appreciate your transparency about your evolving views on health and fitness. Thank you

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks Thea!

[@ittibitti29]

I always love the dramatics when zoey enters your videos

[@JustinaErcole]

I never know what her mood is lol

[@frankquinn6872]

Justina - you are completely spot on calling out the “long lean muscle” BS that Barre use in their promotional material (they are far from being the only ones - the world’s biggest provider of studio classes use the same phrase in relation to their resistance training class). I have had many clients ask me about this idea. While it’s possible to restore muscle length that has been lost due to poor posture / injury / inactivity - but increasing it? Not so much! (I’ve often wondered what would do with the extra muscle length if it was true. Tie it in a knot to stop it flapping about?😳). On a side note - from my brief experience of living in New York - that is not a small kitchen! You really should have been subletting it!😉

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you for sharing your insight Frank! And that kitchen was insanely small. It used to be a closet 😂

[@jennterry6977]

I agree with the consensus that you were a little too hard on yourself with the barre video. I like sassy Justina and I think it was one of the first ones of yours that I watched. The honestly I think can actually help people who are frustrated for not getting the results that were advertised to them. But I do think it's always a good idea to look back and so how far you've come. Great video idea. And cute assistant :)

[@JustinaErcole]

The cutest!

[@patchmariano7887]

The barre review video's a favorite of mine. I did enjoy barre but much of it was making myself believe their marketing buzz words plus the idea that there's no need to lift heavy weights hahaha. Thanks for bursting my bubble about a year ago 😂 been challenging myself to lift heavy since. But, yes, I'd still do barre on lazy workout days.

[@JustinaErcole]

Haha I'm glad you enjoyed the OG!

[@Karentulla]

Hahah this amazing - I actually foun d you because I was researching workout reviews and I found you way too snarky and now you are my favorite fitness youtuber!

[@JustinaErcole]

I'm happy you found your way back Maja!

[@75JayLady]

I agree with both Justinas....

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you!

[@juliewillmann2790]

Don’t be too hard on yourself. I enjoy your candor!

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks Julie :)

[@Amy-jj8gy]

I have been doing barre for years and I LOVE it. The algorithm gods must have known this because the first video of yours I watched was the barre video. I don’t disagree with anything you said but there isn’t just one “barre”. There are many barre brands and they all do things differently. The brand I do is my ride-or-die and I HAVE experienced and continue to experience positive changes. That said, your barre video was a bit of a “truth hurts” experience because deep down I know some of the claims they make are absolutely ridiculous. I didn’t keep watching you but then I saw Obese to Beast’s video and came back. And stayed this time. 🙂 It’s so cool that you did this video because your barre video kind of rubbed me the wrong way and now I know I wasn’t just being overly sensitive. I’m kind of snarky myself and I love snark when it’s deserved so I’m out here watching your videos. 🍿 As an online fitness community, we have to pull the masks off some of these people who are lying and KNOW they’re lying. Especially to young, impressionable girls who want to look like them and never will.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you so much for sharing your point of view Amy! And thanks for coming back 😉

[@mariher7551]

What brand of barre do you use?

[@ABCD321AAA]

hey justina i love your sassiness and dont think you need to apologize for it 😝 that said i also think its wonderful that you're willing to go back and criticise yourself. i mean in the end we're all just here to learn more right? 👀

[@JustinaErcole]

Exactly!

[@pipsperseverance5593]

I found you through that Obese_to_Beast video!! I actually bailed on listening to him talk about your video and went straight to your page to binge watch! hehe. Love your stuff! Thanks!!

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks for being here!

[@hamsteroncoffee]

Oh, you roasted yourself too much on the barre video 😬. I remember I watched it and I actually found it super interesting and entertaining ❤️. I remember watching the Lilly Sabri videos too. Oh, those days I was so confused with my fitness journey (though I never admitted it 😜).... Now things are more clear thanks to you and some other good creators out there ❤️. As we are in the category of: "throwbacks", I am trying to remember which was the first video with you that I watched. And I believe it was one with Sydney. And you convinced me I was on the right track 💪 Question: do you happen to know if covid affects our training capacity? Or how should one restart the workouts after going through some rough days of sickness? I am so confused and I feel my body is just weak and sleepy all the time. I cannot stay even 10 min and wash dishes without feeling exhausted.... Thanks in advance, Justina ❤️

[@saachinaik6847]

Hey, no hate just wanted to ask, would you change anything about your Caroline Girvan review?🙈

[@JustinaErcole]

I wish I phrased my thoughts in more of a positive light, but I still stand by my thoughts. She’s incredible and has excellent programming. But I think the intensity is more than the average person needs :)

[@figureskater71889]

I feel like you when you were watching your dance video lol. I started my channel to post videos of my skating on like MySpace or something back in the day. I've gone back and watched some of my old skating videos lately and I just cringe!

[@JustinaErcole]

Hahahah I feel that!

[@ladydisdain225]

I'm a new subscriber and I'm pretty sure I found you because of the Heathers video. I have never really dipped my toe into fitness youtube - I knew so much of it would be clickbait and I'm reasonably suggestable. But I had been looking at quite a few vids for Heathers - especially Candy Store and Dead Girl Walking. And then one of your videos showed up in my recommendations. Oddly enough not the Heathers video (I think it was you talking about Blogilates which I will admit I clicked on because it seemed like you were gonna dish and I love gossip I have no context for) Really happy to be here and a hat tip to youtube's algorithms.

[@JustinaErcole]

I'm so happy to have you here!

[@roxiw66]

Love your candor And Honesty. Love your videos!.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks Roxi!

[@angelaquigley396]

Everyone grows and learns. I just wish more people would look at the dates of videos and take older videos (years old) with a grain of salt. Compare the newer with the older and just use some critical thinking to see where the opinions have changed with more time and experience and where they are the same and reinforced. Maybe I’m an ahole too (I’m unbelievably sarcastic), I like the way you explain things and love the sass! It shows me that you care and have passion.

[@JustinaErcole]

Thanks angela :)

[@annam4898]

Would you say that it is a true statement that Bar can improve the health of your nervous system because you are training it to relax and thereby helping it function more efficiently?

[@JustinaErcole]

Only if barre relaxes you. There’s also no overarching barre program or entity and each class is super different, so I would never make that statement across the barre.

[@arn2334]

I love your content and your brutal honesty!! Would you be able to review Corepower's yoga sculpt classes, which are like yoga positions with light weights and cardio? They have free videos on youtube!

[@JustinaErcole]

Honestly I’m not a yogi by any means, so I feel like it’s out of my wheelhouse. Thank you for watching though!

[@arn2334]

@@JustinaErcole Tbh it's very loosely based on yoga (not a real yoga class) and way more of a full body workout, but I understand your discomfort with reviewing it! Thank you for taking time to respond to all the comments!

[@jyothisetlur1498]

I have always wondered if you have had someone reviewing your work. Just that if someone is following an influencer and moving then your reviews will sow a seed of doubt and derail their attempts :))

[@JustinaErcole]

I haven’t! And honestly I don’t know how I would feel. Probably defensive lol. It’s a huge reason I stopped doing my old review formats.

[@106andie]

Omg I would love a Fosse Dance Cardio , I would DIE! Just DIE! ❤️

[@JustinaErcole]

I have one on my website!

[@hbkid3040]

Is it true that everyone has muscles though? Bc I felt like a complete noodle when I realized it was time to make a change. I really think I was just bones and a some skinny fat, not a muscle in the building 🤣🤣

[@JustinaErcole]

Yep, everyone has muscle tissue!

[@spannajupiter]

i just wish i knew what weigh training would help me build substantial muscle for my core

[@JustinaErcole]

Hey Hannah, I have a ton of videos that talk about core strength that you can check out! But a question for you - are you looking for core strength or muscle definition? The approach there would be very different.

[@spannajupiter]

@@JustinaErcole for sure strength as i has 3 kids in 6y and now pole dancing so i want to work on core to help with tricks

[@jabc4748]

I still agree with your total snark with some of the terminology used with Barre marketing, in particular. It is very specific and I do find it annoying. Just my opinion and experience with Barre in many cities.

[@JustinaErcole]

Yeah some terminology is just...false lol

[@Catwithlipstick]

Yes like everyone else, I think you are too hard on yourself. I don't see the rude or not sweet woman you see. Even your voice is nice in all videos. I come to this channel because you deliver a message in an honest simple way and not the regular bs we are served day in and day out. Gorl! You don't sound like an a$$hole! You are smart attractive and a great dancer and you bring all of this with you. Believe more in yourself. You have already an audience and we love your content.❤

[@JustinaErcole]

Thank you!

[@ryandeffley7652]

Toning 💪

[@JustinaErcole]

😂😂😂

[@reshallyatooma7625]

@@JustinaErcole pp

[@danielaperez880]

Loved this video! It’s really courageous to do it too. I’d love to see a new review on Sydney Cummings new monthly “challenges” I love them and I’d love to know your opinion.

[@JustinaErcole]

Oh I absolutely love Sydney!

[@michellehewitt-edmond6662]

Hmmn..I'm a scientist with a Serena body before there was a Serena. I went into the military and bulked up where I gained 3 lbs but was considered overweight. For my wedding my trainer put me on a program with Hiit and heavier weights and things got worst. Barre workouts actually changed my physique and high reps definitely gave me those sculpted arms without me being ashamed to show them or get snarky remarks from strangers. Genetics will play a role and for endomorphs..it definitely sucks for us. We have to find the best blend for the overall goal. Those live barre classes definitely kick butt even if you are a cathe or kelly fan.🤣

[@JustinaErcole]

I think it's important to remember that "bulky" is a relative term. A lot of people call me bulky, but I don't see myself that way. Genetics absolutely play a huge part in muscle gain, so we can definitely agree there. But I think it's important to remember the health benefits of strength training, which are completely different than aesthetic. If you enjoy barre (just like I do) then I think that's great! But sending the message that lifting something heavier than 10 pounds will only result in bulk with no other benefits is irresponsible.

[@106andie]

Omg, you were Veronica?! 🙌🏼

[@JustinaErcole]

OMG I could never sing that! I was Heather Duke :)

[@dloganable]

Like others here I also found that video helpful at that moment in my life. Question: your videos and other finger-wagging reviews often point out that “feeling a burn” in a particular muscle is not the same thing as hypertrophy. But clearly something is happening. So what is happening?

[@JustinaErcole]

So hypertrophy (or visible muscle growth) needs enough stimulus to grow. A lot of the workouts that “feel a burn” simply don’t have enough resistance for that specific adaptation. Often you’re simply stabilizing or working for endurance. Hopefully that helps! I tried to simplify as much as possible :)

[@TM-ng2bz]

You have a really pretty assistant

[@JustinaErcole]

She says "thank you" :)

[@fashionspy96]

Still not explaining whether barre works for what people usually want when they go to it. "Long and lean" doesn't mean you'll be taller or your arms will be actually longer. It usually means that it'll give you more of a "model-esque" look. Of course, bf% plays a huge role, but what people are usually looking for is a look, rather than a function. I'm not saying this is right or wrong, I'm saying what "long and lean muscles" usually means in this context. The word "toned" will continue to be used until a better way to describe the image in our minds comes to exist. Yes, looking "toned" might require someone to gain a bit o muscle, but what we are usually looking for is "muscle definition without the bulk" and "bulking" is very subjective🤷🏼‍♀️, i know. For example: Sydney Cummings, great instructor, great fitness, beautiful, whatever...if i looked like her, I'd think i look bulky. Pamela reif and lily sabri, on the other hand, look more "long and lean" regardless of their height. I hope i was able to clear this up for you/anyone reading

[@JustinaErcole]

It’s literally impossible for me to explain if barre “works” without me knowing your goals. I don’t need clearing up on my own video.

[@fashionspy96]

@@JustinaErcole i wasn't talking about "my goals" i was just explaining what people usually mean when they say "long and lean". I doubt someone thinks that their bones will become longer (and hence muscle insertion points more separated) because of a workout. And if we're talking about goals specifically, i again doubt that people who want to actually build serious muscle think barre will achieve that. No need to get defensive 💕

[@JustinaErcole]

Coming from years of experience coaching, you would be very surprised what people think is possible. Would love to hear your experience as a coach!

[@fashionspy96]

@@JustinaErcole i never said i was a coach😂 so idk where those assumptions are coming from. If you're a coach, though, i would think that you would appreciate understanding more about what people usually think when they hear or say certain "buzz words" or what they're actually looking for when they think about starting pilates, barre, ballet-inspired workouts or similar. Sometimes we as "regular people" don't know exactly which "correct" words to use to describe a goal, and we'll use the popular ones/the ones we know in order to communicate "i want *that* look". Again, no need to get defensive or talk/write in a way that makes you "sound like an asshole", something that you seem to be able to recognize, according to your own video.

[@citylemon7832]

I came to you through obese to beasts vid.

[@JustinaErcole]

Happy to have you here!